Medical Social Worker

Integris Health Inc

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 28 days ago

    Highlights

    Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal/written).Hospice and Home Health: This job requires the incumbents to operate an INTEGRIS-owned vehicle OR personal vehicle (non INTEGRIS-owned) and therefore must have a current Oklahoma State Drivers License as well as a driving record which is acceptable to our insurance carrier. The Medical Social Worker responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Conducts thorough psychosocial assessment of patient (including emotional, cultural and financial needs) utilizing all available resources.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationOklahoma City, OK

    Description

    Join our team as a full-time day, Medical Social Worker at INTEGRIS Health Baptist, in OKC, OK .

    Get to Know Your Team

    • INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system, is seeking a dedicated caregiver to join us in our mission to partner with people to live healthier lives.
    • Benefits of being an INTEGRIS Health caregiver include front-loaded PTO, medical benefits through the extensive INTEGRIS Health network, financial assistance for continued education, 24/7 mental health support and more.
    • Take the first step toward growing your career by joining us.

    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

    EDUCATION:

    • Master''s in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school

    Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbal/written).Hospice and Home Health: This job requires the incumbents to operate an INTEGRIS-owned vehicle OR personal vehicle (non INTEGRIS-owned) and therefore must have a current Oklahoma State Drivers License as well as a driving record which is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    EXPERIENCE:

    • Professional experience
    • Experience in a medical setting
    • NZTI only: Prefer related experience in a transplant institute

    The Medical Social Worker responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

    • Conducts thorough psychosocial assessment of patient (including emotional, cultural and financial needs) utilizing all available resources
    • Provides assistance with evaluation and referral in situations of possible abuse/neglect for adult and pediatric patients
    • Implements social service interventions based on psychosocial assessment. Counsels patient/family in adjustment to illness, treatment and the process of grieving/conflict resolution
    • Assists patients/family members in obtaining advanced directives and/or durable power of attorney for health care
    • Works collaboratively with Case Managers and the health care team in formulating and facilitating patient hospital discharge plans
    • Acts as a liaison between patients, family members, physicians, interdisciplinary team and external agencies and organizations making referrals as appropriate. Facilitate meetings for discussion of plan of care and discharge planning.
    • This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information.
    • INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

    The Medical Social Worker responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

    • Conducts thorough psychosocial assessment of patient (including emotional, cultural and financial needs) utilizing all available resources
    • Provides assistance with evaluation and referral in situations of possible abuse/neglect for adult and pediatric patients
    • Implements social service interventions based on psychosocial assessment. Counsels patient/family in adjustment to illness, treatment and the process of grieving/conflict resolution
    • Assists patients/family members in obtaining advanced directives and/or durable power of attorney for health care
    • Works collaboratively with Case Managers and the health care team in formulating and facilitating patient hospital discharge plans
    • Acts as a liaison between patients, family members, physicians, interdisciplinary team and external agencies and organizations making referrals as appropriate. Facilitate meetings for discussion of plan of care and discharge planning.
    • This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information.
    • INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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